Santana To Open Mexican Restaurants

February 16, 2007 at 5:51 AM (PT)

The newest addition to the roster of celebrity-inspired restaurants, CARLOS SANTANA's "Maria Maria," promises to deliver authentic Mexican cuisine in an atmosphere inspired by his music.

The 59-year-old musician and his wife, DEBORAH, announced a partnership this week with DUDUM SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT CORP., which developed JOE DIMAGGIO's Italian Chophouse in SAN FRANCISCO and other celebrity-focused establishments.

Together, they plan to turn three existing NORTHERN CALIFORNIA restaurants into "Maria Maria," named after SANTANA's GRAMMY-winning single.